McGill University - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies

Religious Studies

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Program Information

School:McGill University - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Faculty:Faculty of Religious Studies
Degree:Doctorate
Field of Study:Religion/Religious Studies
Description:The purpose of the Ph.D. program is to engage students in advanced academic studies normally in preparation for an academic career. The community of graduate scholars in this program is engaged in a broad spectrum of critical research involving any number of interdisciplinary approaches conducted on a number of different religious traditions. The faculty members are committed to the training of teaching scholars, making the School of Religious Studies one of few schools that prioritizes offering graduate students opportunities under faculty supervision to teach/lecture during their time in the program.

URL:Religious Studies at McGill University - Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
Thesis Based:Yes
Cost per year:*
Provincial: $4,991
National: $4,991
International: $1,870

Cost per year represents typical annual fees based on credits taken during Fall and Winter terms.
Careers:Ministers of Religion

Admission Requirements

Test Scores:
Additional Admission Requirements:
  • Letter(s) of Reference
  • Statement of Research Interests
  • Portfolio
Entry into the doctoral program is limited to applicants who have earned an academic master's degree in religious studies or theology in a recognized graduate program, or those who have finished the course requirements of such a program with a minimum CGPA of 3.5/4.0.

Advanced Standing (Ph.D. 2) may be granted if the completed master's-level work including a thesis is in the same area as that of the intended doctoral specialization and involved not less than six (6) courses (18 credits).

It is recommended that a foreign language related to the area of study be included in the bachelor's or master's work preceding doctoral study.

Applicants for doctoral programs are requested to submit a substantial sample of their scholarly writing (15–20 pages) with their application. The application should specify one of the specializations listed in About Religious Studies.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on September 19, 2022